Portland, Oregon: Departure Restaurant & Blue Star Donuts

Portland is amazing! The locals refer to it as the vegan food capital and I can certainly see why. Everywhere I turn there is delectable vegan fair. There are even fast food chains that offer 100% plant based menus, like the Veggie Grill. In Portland, you can find bakeries that are 100% vegan and 100% gluten-free. Besides the great selection of completely vegan restaurants, many of the other restaurants in Portland offer vegan friendly menus and dishes. I feel like I’ve died and gone to food heaven.

During my stay in Portland I have had so many good eats, but I’ve narrowed it down to share with you a couple of my top favorites of the trip…

A fun modern Asian restaurant and lounge, with an unbeatable view on the 15th floor, downtown above Macy’s. What a special place! Not only is the atmosphere astonishing, the food is incredible. Besides their regular menu, Departure offers a vegan menu and a gluten-free menu. All you have to do is ask your server and the dishes will blow you away.

Me & My Hubs dining outside with a stunning view of the city

2 thumbs up on a superb delicious margarita!

My favorite dish of the trip:

Sweet Potato Tempura Roll - spinach, ginger, sweet soy

So, so, so, so good! Did I say it was good?

I also loved the

Brussels Sprouts – chili, lime, mint

And the

Greens & Seeds Roll – avocado, cucumber, herbs, pumpkin seed, sesame

There were many other dishes on the menu I wish I could have ordered and tasted, it all sounded really good!

Although we sadly have not had the opportunity to visit on this trip to Portland, we’ve previously had the great experience of dining at Portobello @PortobelloPDX, and to this day it is probably my favorite 100% vegan restaurant.

With love, good eats, and exciting travels,

Wendy Irene

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